CAMHS Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist in Birmingham

Priory Wellbeing Centre Birmingham is looking to recruit a CAMHS Visiting Consultant to join the team. We offer outpatient treatment for conditions such as depression, anxiety, stress, addictions and eating disorders. There is also a dedicated private service for children and young people (CAMHS) and autism assessments for both adults and children. This is a self‑employed role. Priory Wellbeing Centre Birmingham is right in the heart of the city centre, making it easy to access expert support for a range of mental health conditions. Alongside one‑to‑one therapy, we also run a number of supportive group programmes designed to help with specific challenges.

What you’ll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients’ wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a CAMHS Visiting Consultant, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate the wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients. Taking clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews and the development of a therapeutic milieu. Fulfilling the role of Responsible Clinician to patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983). Supervising the process of referral and admission including contributing to pre‑admission assessments of young people with other team members. Offering a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team in relation to the assessment, formulation and treatment of adults. Contributing to management meetings and clinical governance meetings for the services provided at the hospital, and contributing to the development of service strategy.

What you’ll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. The role involves clinical responsibility for patients through ward rounds, risk and strategic reviews, and developing a therapeutic milieu. The post holder will act as Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983), oversee referrals and admissions, and contribute to pre‑admission assessments. They will provide psychiatric input to the multidisciplinary team on assessment, formulation, and treatment, while also supporting management, clinical governance, and service strategy. The consultant must hold a CCST/CCT (or equivalent) in Psychiatry with experience in inpatient settings supporting individuals with significant mental health difficulties.

What we will give you in return

• Clinical freedom – You control your caseload, hours, and treatment plans
• Team connection – Work independently, with full clinical governance and peer support
• Steady patient flow – Referrals come via our national brand, GP networks, and online presence
• Admin taken care of – We handle bookings, billing, and secretarial support
• Established reputation – Be part of a brand trusted by patients, insurers, and clinicians for 30+ years
• Quality facilities – Work from fully equipped, CQC‑registered hospitals and outpatient clinics
• Flexible commitment – Choose your sessions and work around your lifestyle
• Inpatient access if needed – Direct pathways into Priory services when required

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.